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  3750 Francis Circle
  Alpharetta, Georgia  30004

Telephone
  770-442-1480

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  678-339-3762

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Tree Care

Tree Surgery
Tree Pruning
Tree Removal and Stump Removal
Tree Trimming
Tree Fertilization

Tree Surgery

Tree surgery covers three basic fields: cabling, bracing, and cavity filling. Cabling is when a cable is installed in the tree to help reduce stress to a limb crotch area. Cables need to be installed in the proper location and with the proper material. More harm can come from improperly installed cables than leaving the tree alone.

Bracing is when holes are drilled into the trunk, usually around limb crotch areas, and bolts are installed though the tree. Bracing assists cabling, bracing is usually done with cabling.

Cavity filling is just like what it sounds like. Cavities are cleaned, washed, and covered. They are usually covered with concrete but other material can be used. The purpose of this is to slow or reduce decay in the stem of the tree or limb. A side affect of filling is that the tree should grow over the cavity faster, leaving a better looking stem.

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Tree Pruning

Tree and shrub pruning will remove dead wood from trees and allow more sunlight to penetrate. Limbs that may be interfering with a building can be removed or cut back. Hazardous tree inspections are made for your safety. Our qualified professionals can help you to decide if a tree should be removed.

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Tree Removal and Stump Removal

Complete tree and stump removals can be done in a safe and organized manner. Cabling and bracing of weak trees will help prevent them from splitting in high winds and causing serious damage.

Key Benefits

  • Improved light for other trees
  • Increased nutrients for other trees
  • Safety for homes, buildings, and people

Tree removal can be the hardest aspect of tree care because of the difficulty of removing large trees in tight places. We have mastered the problem of difficult removals. We have the ability to remove trees that other companies cringe when they see them, or simply walk away from.

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Tree Trimming

Tree trimming is one of the most important but under appreciated services that can be done to a tree. Trimming removes dead wood that can fall and damage property or persons. Trimming removes crossing limbs, cracked limbs, limbs with excessive decay, and sink limbs.

Proper trimming includes removing limbs at the branch bark ridge, therefore avoiding tear-down wounds and nub cuts that can lead to decay. Here the branch can heal over faster and easier. It's important to remember that any wound paint or sealant is bad, very bad for the tree. Tree paint can lead to slow wound healing and decay.

For additional information:

Tree Trimming at the ISA

Why topping hurts

Mature tree care

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Fertilization

Fertilization and aeration programs are available to promote proper growth of root systems in heavily compacted clay soils in urban environments

Key Benefits

  • Amends nutrient deficiencies in the soil
  • Increases Root Growth
  • Offers resistance to drought and disease

Trees that grow in a natural environment tend to be healthier. The main reason for this is because the organic layer that covers the forest floor is undisturbed. The organic layer is a giant compost pile. The compost is used by the trees for nutrients. The organic layer also fights soil compaction by spreading the weight of any traffic over a wide area.

Trees that grow in our yards often have a nutrient deficiency. The deficiency is caused by removing the organic layer and introducing competition. The organic layer is removed during construction to allow the soil to compact better. Competition comes from grasses, shrubs, and flowers. The tree now has lost the compost pile and must compete with other plants for the nutrients that are not being replaced naturally.

Trees might need a general fertilizer or a special micro-nutrient fertilizer to corrects certain deficiencies. A licensed tree surgeon will be able to tell what needs done. Trees can be fertilized several different ways. Different methods are listed below to give you an idea of what your tree may need.

Vertical Fertilizing\Mulching
Vertical fertilizing is one of the most popular methods of fertilizing trees. This method uses an auger to drill holes into the soil in a grid pattern. The holes are drilled to a depth of between 12 and 18 inches deep. At this depth, grass roots can't reach the fertilizer. The purpose of the pattern is to cover as much of the root area as possible.

A fertilizer that incorporates macro and micro nutrients is the best for feeding trees. A fertilizer for trees should be of a 3-1-1 or a 3-1-2 ratio. (i.e. 12-4-4 or 12-4-8) This method amends nutrient deficiencies in the soil.

Vertical mulching incorporates mulch and\or mychorrhizae fungus into the soil. Mulch is used to lessen soil compaction.  Mychorrhizae fungus is a beneficial fungus that aids the tree in uptake of nutrients.

Liquid Soil Injection
This method uses the same pattern and depth as vertical fertilizing. The only difference is that a liquid fertilizer is used instead of a dry granular. Liquid fertilizers tend to leach faster than granular.  This method also amends nutrient deficiencies in the soil.

Tree injection
This method uses a liquid which is forced into the vascular system of the tree. This method does not amend the soil and will not correct soil deficiencies. Tree injection is best when used with soil amendment. Tree injection can be harmful to the tree if improper done. Tree injection should be used when the tree may become too stressed or die before it can absorb soil fertilizer.

Tree fertilization can only be applied by a Georgia State Licensed Tree Surgeon. This law is in force to protect you and your trees.  Fertilizers can cause burning, dieback, and death of roots Over fertilization can harm a tree beyond repair and possibly cause death.

At Freeman's Tree Care, we use vertical mulching\fertilizing and\or tree injection to correct nutrient deficiencies. Call today for a quote on this valuable service.

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